Having studied a broad common first semester, students will undertake specific modules in the area of chemistry, biology, maths and physics. Subsequently, the Bioscience programme will provide you with a strong foundation in the understanding of biochemical systems and microbial technology. With tailored contributions from industry speakers, the degree specific modules will instruct students on advanced molecular biology, host-microbe interactions, immunobiology, new therapeutic approaches, cell biology & cancer, and ‘omics’ & bioinformatics. Core modules include: Advanced cell and molecular biology – examines cellular structures (organelles, cytoskeleton, molecular motors), key cellular processes (trafficking, motility, apoptosis), systems biology of organisms and extracting meaningful data from large data sets to understand how diseases impact the brain. Cancer mechanisms, therapeutics and molecular medicine – examines cell cycle controls in relation to cancer biology, and use of modern molecular technologies in targeting cancer and other diseases. Cell and molecular biology of the immune system - examines the principles of self and non-self-recognition and how these mechanisms are involved in immunity and how aberrant self- regulation contributes to allergy and autoimmunity. Cell communication and regulation - covers basic cell structure, the principles of the cell cycle and cell division, the control of living processes by genetic mechanisms, and cell communication systems. Current trends in biotechnology and regenerative medicine – presents concepts such as ‘cell-on-a-chip’ technologies, tissue regeneration, new medicines, and new molecular analysis techniques. Host microbe interactions – presents the key strategies microbes use to establish both beneficial and non-beneficial interactions with the host and the impact of these on health. Microbiology and immunology – an introduction to the components of microorganisms and the host immune systems and how they interact. Pharmacology and drug development – presents the biology behind drug target choice, drug screening techniques and the different classes of drugs, including protein-based drugs to target the brain and other organs. The course includes significant laboratory based training and an independent research project. In addition the student will be placed in industry for eight months, giving real-world experience and an introduction to the BioPharma/industrial community. Year 1 Semester 1 Semester 2 Summer CH4701 General Chemistry 1 BY4102 Biology for Biosciences BY4001 Biology 1 CH4102 Organic Chemistry 1 MA4601 Science Mathematics 1 PH4142 introduction to Physics CH4021 Laboratory Calculations MA4602 Science Mathematics 2 ER4011 Introduction to Environmental & Biosciences CH4031 General Chemistry 2 (Inorganic) CH4051 Introduction to Applied Chemistry and Biochemistry CH4041 General Chemistry 2 (Physical) CS4131 Introduction to Scientific Computations Year 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Summer BY4013 General Microbiology BY4008 Genetics and Molecular Biology BY4015 Plant Physiology BY4014 Microbiology and Immunology BY4035 Cellular Biology and Biochemistry BY4012 Microbes as Metabolic Factories LS4003 Introductory Anatomy and Physiology BC4904 Proteins and DNA BY4033 Core Concepts in Bioscience Elective Year 3 Semester 5 Semester 6 Summer BY4085 Cell and Molecular Biology of the Immune System CO4320 Cooperative Education Cooperative Education BY4075 Cell Communication and Regulation BC4905 Genetic Engineering BY4031 Integrative Physiology Elective Year 4 Semester 7 Semester 8 Summer BY4027 Current Trends in Biotechnology and Regenerative Medicine BY4038 Cancer Mechanisms BY4037 Pharmacology and Drug Development BY4048 Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology BC4957 Bioinformatics BY4058 Host Microbe Interactions ER4708 Biometrics BC4008 Immuno and DNA Diagnostic Techniques BY4097 Bioscience Final Year Project 1 BY4098 Bioscience Final Year Project 2 Entry requirements Minimum grades Applicants are required to hold at the time of enrolment the established Leaving Certificate (or an approved equivalent) with a minimum of six subjects which must include: Two H5 (Higher Level) grades and Four O6 (Ordinary Level) grades or four H7 (Higher Level) grades. Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English. Subject requirements In addition, applicants must hold a minimum grade O3/H7 in Mathematics and a Grade H4 in any one of the following: Agricultural Science, Applied Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physics with Chemistry. Additional considerations A Special Mathematics Examination will be offered at UL following the Leaving Certificate results for those students who did not achieve the Mathematics requirement. We welcome applications from mature students. Mature applicants must apply through the Central Applications Office (CAO) by 1 February. Application information for mature student applicants (PDF) Non-EU Entry Requirements Please choose where you are applying from Choose IB & A Level (U.K) Argentina Bahrain Brazil Canada China Columbia Georgia Ghana Hong Kong India Indonesia Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Korea Libya Malaysia Mexico Nepal Nigeria Oman Pakistan Qatar Russia Saudi Arabia South Africa Sri Lanka Thailand Turkiye United Arab Emirates USA Vietnam Title How to apply Where are you applying from? How to Apply Ireland Irish students must apply to UL via the CAO. More information can be found here. The UK Students who have completed their A-Levels can apply to UL via the CAO. More information can be found on the Academic Registry website. The EU EU Students can apply to UL via the CAO. More information can be found on the Academic Registry website. Non-EU country If you are outside of the EU, you can apply for this degree here.